PRODUCT REVIEW
MIMITIKA Body Spray SPF30
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Product summary
What can the product work for?
Sun protection
butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
2.6% -
3.2%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
ethylhexyl triazone
3.3% -
4%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Uvinul T. A UV filter. Effective against UVB rays. It is photostable. Can increase water resistance properties of the sunscreen. Unfortunately, not approved by the FDA (US) yet
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
6.2% -
7.6%
Irritation risk:
UVA I protection: UVA II protection: UVB protection: Photo stable: Ingredient type Organic
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
Anti-aging
What does the product description say?
The addition of antioxidant-rich Vitamin E helps to neutralise free radicals which are the main cause of premature skin ageing.
tocopherol
0.15% -
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
Evens skin tone
What does the product description say?
It also contains a natural active ingredient that stimulates melanin production for a more even and healthy-looking tan.
Moisturizing
What does the product description say?
Neutralises free radicals and deeply moisturises .
beta-sitosterol
0.15% -
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A phytosterol that can support skin's barrier function and help the skin stay hydrated
helianthus annuus seed oil
1% -
1.2%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
squalene
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
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Anti-oxidation
squalene
0.15% -
0.25%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Concentration: Effectiveness:
MEDIUM
An oil that is naturally part of skin sebum that helps to soften its upper layer, reduce water loss and neutralize free radicals. It might be comedogenic. Avoid applying large concentrations (or pure oil) before sun exposure as oxidized squalene can clog pores and lead to skin irritation. Today squalene is mostly derived from vegetable oils or synthetized by yeast
tocopherol
0.15% -
0.3%
Irritation risk:
Concentration: Insufficient!
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
Honesty check
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Sun protection | |
| Anti-aging | |
| Evens skin tone |
Total Promises Fulfilled score:
95/100.
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Can it cause trouble?
- Overall product irritation risk
- Acne & comedogenic risk ingredients: 3
Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
6.2% -
7.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
parfum
1.2% -
1.4%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
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Comodogenic ingredients
hydrolyzed algin
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
sorbitan oleate
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing
Helps oil and water mix together
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Ingredients & concentrations
All ingredients
Key Actives
cyclopentasiloxane
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Mattifying,
Moisturizing
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
dimethicone
1.6% -
1.9%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Moisturizing,
Mattifying
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
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Potential irritants
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
6.2% -
7.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
parfum
1.2% -
1.4%
Irritation risk:
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
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Comodogenic ingredients
hydrolyzed algin
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: High
Works for:
Moisturizing
Derived from brown algae. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
sorbitan oleate
0.45% -
0.7%
Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium
Works for:
Cleansing
Helps oil and water mix together
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All ingredients
ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
6.2% -
7.6%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Sun protection
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
cyclopentasiloxane
4.5% -
5.5%
Irritation risk:
Works for:
Mattifying,
Moisturizing
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
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Ingredient list view
Water, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl stearate, Ethylhexyl triazone, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, Dimethicone, Parfum, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Glycerin, Magnesium sulfate, Manganese sulfate, Hydrated silica, Hydrolyzed algin, Sorbitan oleate, Decyl glucoside, Caprylyl glycol, Benzyl alcohol, Cetyl palmitate, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Polysilicone-11, Isohexadecane, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Glyceryl stearate, Behenyl alcohol, Butylene glycol, Polysorbate 80, Dehydroacetic acid, Tocopherol, Beta-sitosterol, Bht, Squalene
Sources
- Dimethicone as a protective ingredient in topical medications
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyol
- Effect of Olive and Sunflower Seed Oil on the Adult Skin Barrier: Implications for Neonatal Skin Care
- Topically Applied Sunflower Seed Oil Prevents Invasive Bacterial Infections in Preterm Infants in Egypt
- Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skin
- Impact of topical oils on the skin barrier: possible implications for neonatal health in developing countries
- Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions
- Safety Assessment of Magnesium Sulfate as Used in Cosmetics
- Safety Assessment of Plant Polysaccharide Gums as Used in Cosmetics
- Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitis
- Ecofriendly surfactant is allergen of the year
- 4 Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Dehydroacetate and Dehydroacetic Acid
- Vitamin E in dermatology
- Vitamin E and Skin Health
- Safety Assessment of Phytosterols as Used in Cosmetics
- The Ameliorative Effect of β-sitosterol on DNCB-induced Atopic Dermatitis in Mice
- Squalene and its potential clinical uses
- Biological and Pharmacological Activities of Squalene and Related Compounds: Potential Uses in Cosmetic Dermatology